To solve today's financial crisis, some fundamental changes in our monetary system are needed. This presentation covers the economic, spiritual and psychological aspects of money and suggests monetary policies and practices for the future.

Henk van Arkel is CEO of the Social Trade Organization (STRO), one of the world's most prominent foundations on complementary currencies and financial innovations using IT-based networks.

Bernard Lietaer is an economist and author. He writes and speaks about the idea that communities can benefit from creating their own local or complementary currency, which can circulate in parallel with national currencies.

PICNIC '09 - Amsterdam
September 23-25, 2009